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A screenshot from private surveillance footage provided by the Seattle Police Department shows a suspect engaging with the occupants of a vehicle on Feb. 9, 2021, in Seattle. The suspect shot the vehicle’s two occupants, one fatally, before he was killed by police. File photo

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King County gun violence keeps soaring in 2021

69 shooting victims in first three months, 16 of them fatal

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Top 10 issues in Washington state’s 2021 legislative session

Democrats used their majorities to muscle through social, economic, environmental and tax policies.

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Child’s mischief spree includes tossing dildo into pool | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log April 14-20.

(L-R) Assistant Chief Rick Chaney, Capt. Craig Ellenbolt, and firefighter Courtney Cullison. Photo courtesy of South King Fire

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8 firefighters honored for saving mother from burning Auburn home

South King Fire and Rescue crews responded to reports of a mother, baby trapped in a burning home…

A rendering of a proposed south entrance along S. 320th Street and 22nd Ave. S. in Federal Way for the Federal Way Link Extension. Image courtesy of Sound Transit

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Sound Transit seeking public comment on Federal Way Transit Center station design

Future Federal Way Link Extension station design is 60% complete.

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Federal Way father of slain daughter, 8, claims he was wrongfully accused | Update

The father was arrested by Federal Way police and booked for unlawful possession of a firearm, domestic-violence assault.

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Federal Way Farmers Market opens May 1

The year’s market is relocated to another part of The Commons mall parking lot.

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Adrienne Obregon announces run for Federal Way City Council Position 6

Local leader and activist Adrienne Obregon has announced her candidacy for Federal Way City Council Position 6.

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Federal Way superintendent joins Chiefs for Change

The national education leadership nonprofit works to provide safe schools, education access and pathways to postsecondary opportunities nationwide.

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Christian Faith Center voices opposition to Sound Transit facility at Federal Way site

A Federal Way church wants to stop the train.

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Bezos Academy preschool for low-income Federal Way families to open in fall

The tuition-free Bezos Academy preschool will serve 40 students.

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Thousands of COVID-19 vaccine appointments open at Auburn, Kent clinics

Appointments available through April 26, says Public Health – Seattle & King County.

A student holds a sign that reads "I can't breathe" at the protest on June 10, 2020, outside of Thomas Jefferson High School. (Olivia Sullivan/staff photo)

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Federal Way mayor on Chauvin verdict: ‘This was the right decision’

City’s police department has made policy changes in the wake of George Floyd’s death.

The Redondo Beach boat launch is located at Redondo Beach Drive South in Des Moines. Photo courtesy of South King Fire

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Man saved from car after driving into water off Redondo Beach boat launch

South King Fire rescue swimmer pulled the man from the sinking car around 12:30 a.m. April 16.

Superintendent Dr. Tammy Campbell

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Federal Way Public Schools Superintendent Tammy Campbell stepping down in June

Deputy Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer appointed as incoming superintendent starting July 1, 2021.

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Federal Way Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson announces run for King County Council District 7

Assefa-Dawson pledges to bring leadership and perspectives as a housing advocate, person with disabilities, immigrant, and mom to…

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Black Education Strategy Roundtable receives grant to advance racial equity

Federal Way-based organization aims to create equitable educational opportunities for Black students.

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Multiple apartments, vehicles struck in shooting at Federal Way complex | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log April 7-13.

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Celebrate Centerstage 2021 fundraiser kicks off May 9

Proceeds from the annual event benefit artist stipends, education programming and general operations.

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King County residents needed for first respiratory study using Apple watches

UW study to help find if devices can detect early warning signs of acute respiratory infections, such as…